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Schowalter Villa
Independent Living & Home Care · Hesston, KS
Residents enjoying an outdoor fire pit gathering Aerial view of a serene pond surrounded by landscaped grounds Bright dining area with a round table and kitchen amenities Close-up of hands molding clay in a pottery activity

Schowalter Villa

Independent Living & Home Care · Hesston, KS
200 W. Cedar, Hesston, KS 67062 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Schowalter Villa

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Bluestem Communities, a non-profit organization rooted in Mennonite healthcare values, operates Schowalter Villa in Hesston, Kansas. Established in 1961, this senior campus combines independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and traditional nursing home services. The business office routes regular accounts through private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. Located in a moderately walkable neighborhood, the campus allows some local errands on foot, though most visitors rely on a car.

State data reveals a 61 percent occupancy rate, with 95 of the 155 licensed beds currently occupied. Residents stay for an average of 159 days, showing a standard balance between temporary post-surgical recovery and long-term residential placements. To cover daily medical needs, the 24-hour care team provides an average of 5 hours and 57 minutes of direct nursing care per resident every single day, which includes 44 minutes from registered nurses, 38 minutes from licensed practical nurses, and 44 minutes from nurse aides.

This clinical framework is supported by a wellness center, dementia tracks, and creative arts programming, while recent regulatory inspections resulted in zero deficiencies.

Prospective representatives can contact the admissions office to coordinate an in-person tour of the campus and look over the Tallgrass Dining setups, where the culinary team prepares three meals daily. The administrative staff answers questions about independent or assisted living vacancies, transportation assistance for off-site appointments, and the schedule for intergenerational or volunteer activities.

Facility Direct Line (620) 327-3400
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Staffing hours Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day vs Kansas averages

Rank #26 / 137Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 137 homes we track in Kansas for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kansas average, with a ranking across 137 Kansas facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
54m
+15% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 42m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
39m
−9% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
3h 43m
+26% State avg: 2h 57m per day · National avg: 2h 24m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
4h 55m
+22% State avg: 4h 2m per day · National avg: 3h 30m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
1m
−80% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
28m
−5% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 29m per day

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Nurse Aide is +26% above Kansas average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 155 Rank #7 / 223Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 223 homes we track in Kansas for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kansas facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #132 / 352Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 132nd out of 352 homes we track in Kansas for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kansas facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
55 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #178 / 203Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 203 homes we track in Kansas for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kansas average, with its Statewide rank out of 203. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Kansas that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
61% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Kansas average: 79.5%
Occupied beds
95 / 155

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Facility | Assisted Living Facility
StatusActive
CountyHarvey
License Number175386
CMS Certification Number175386

Ownership & Operating Entity

Schowalter Villa is administered by Jeffrey Ritcha.

Owner NameMennonite Board Missions Char Of Ks Inc

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Nursing Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Transportation
Activities
Culinary Experiences
Specific ProgramsHealth Care, Specialized Dementia Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Creative Arts, Intergen Connection, Volunteering
Religious Servicestransportation to area churches each Sunday morning at no cost

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Inspection History

In Kansas, the Department for Aging and Disability Services, Survey and Certification Commission performs the unannounced inspections required for facility licensing and federal certification.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 120 deficiencies 47 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kansas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2013 vs. Kansas state average
Overall vs. KS average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Kansas average:
• Total deficiencies (11% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Kansas average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (38% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 120108 This facility has 11% more total deficiencies than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (120 vs. KS avg 108).↑ 11% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.64.18 This facility has 38% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kansas assisted living residence (2.6 vs. KS avg 4.18).↓ 38% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityKS Averagevs. KS Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 4724 This facility has had 96% more total inspections than the Kansas average (47 vs. KS avg 24). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 96% more
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Address 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hesston's city center to Schowalter Villa's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the KS Dept. for Aging & Disability Services (KDADS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Schowalter Villa

Who is the owner of Schowalter Villa?

Schowalter Villa is legally operated by Mennonite Board Missions Char Of Ks Inc, and administered by Jeffrey Ritcha.

Is Schowalter Villa in a walkable area?

Schowalter Villa has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Schowalter Villa?

According to KS state health department records, Schowalter Villa's license number is 175386.

What is the occupancy rate at Schowalter Villa?

Schowalter Villa's occupancy is 61%.

Are pets allowed at Schowalter Villa?

No, Schowalter Villa has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Schowalter Villa?

Jeffrey Ritcha is the administrator of Schowalter Villa.

How many beds does Schowalter Villa have?

Schowalter Villa has 155 beds.

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